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Powder Tower Prague - History and View
Built in 1475, the Powder Tower is the gate to the Prague Old Town and the start of Royal Way. It is one of the most famous Gothic structures in Prague.
Powder Tower is one of the oldest medieval towers in Prague. It was constructed in 1475 by the architect Matej Rejsek in a Gothic style of architecture. The tower is built of sandstone, a popular material for medieval structures, and has many decorative elements, most of which come from the latest renovation in the 19th century.
The Powder Tower stands on the Namesti Republiky (Republic Square Prague) right next to the Prague Municipal House. It is the beginning of the Prague Royal Way and Celetna shopping street.
Powder Tower is one of the most underrated Prague viewpoints, overshadowed by Petrin Lookout Tower and Old Town Hall Tower. We definitely recommend going up the Powder Tower, you just have to pick the right time!
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Author: Valeriia Zahradnikova and Vaclav Zahradnik, Prague guides certified by Prague City Tourism agency. Valeriia and Vaclav have worked in tourism for over 6 years and have guided thousands of Prague visitors.